Wheelabrator Technologies, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Waste Management with corporate offices in Hampton, New Hampshire, operates 16 waste-to-energy facilities and five independent power production facilities located across the United States. By generating clean, renewable energy, we are leading the way in reducing America's dependence on traditional fuels. We've been nationally recognized for our positive impact on the environment, and all of our facilities have been awarded the prestigious "VPP Star" designation from OSHA, making Wheelabrator one of the most safety-conscious employers in the country. To learn more please visit us at: http://www.wheelabratortechnologies.com.

We currently have an Internship opportunity in our Claremont, NH power plant. Our Plant Internship program is designed to provide a broad exposure to power plant operations, while providing Power Engineering Technology and Facilities Engineering majors the opportunity to apply theories and practices learned to a real world setting.

Summary:
- Monitoring and operating plant equipment to maintain safe, efficient and continuous plant operations
- Making rounds to check conditions of plant equipment and recording operational data on log sheets
- Operating Ash Handling System safely and efficiently
- Testing and treating boiler, cooling and other plant water systems
- Lifting moderate to heavy material
- Operating all aspects of the demineralization system, including making required adjustments to system safely and accurately
- Assisting coordination of plant health, safety and environmental compliance programs, issues and results
- Installing, troubleshooting, cleaning, inspecting, and maintaining mechanical equipment throughout the facility in a safe and professional manner
- Assisting in electrical, calibration, and maintenance and repair procedures
- Learning how Wheelabrator Technologies Waste-to-Energy Power Plants are operated, managed and budgeted


Qualifications


Education/Experience:
- Enrolled in a BS engineering program (Mechanical, Electrical, Nuclear, Environmental, or Facilities) or similar academic program. Maritime students highly encouraged to apply.
- Minimum GPA of 2.0. Other GPA requirements may apply depending upon school policy.
- Previous experience in power generation facilities desired.
- Must be 18 years or older.

Thanks for your interest in Wheelabrator Technologies.

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